Sociological criticisms Flashcards
1
Q
although membership to their religious community is important so is what?
A
their primary loyalty to God
2
Q
What does the theory not explain
A
How religious believers are sometimes prepared to go against the norms and laws of society
3
Q
society constantly changes, but beliefs about God are
A
Timeless
4
Q
what did Karl Marx argue
A
That God was an invention of the mind in order to satisfy emotional needs
5
Q
KM : rulers use religion to do what
A
dominate an oppress their people, offering them an illusion of escape
6
Q
KM : humanity created what
A
God
7
Q
KM : humanity has lost what
A
control over their own destiny
8
Q
criticisms of Karl Marx
A
- religious belief and teachings are open to interpretation
- religion can influence both change and stagnation
- whilst some religions may appear to discourage change, others promote and encourage it
